
Is there an easy way to work out whether the random streaks in photos are just satellites or possibly meteors or some other random event?
Sometimes it's obvious:
1. If a line has a steady brightness and width, I think I can safely assume that it was a satellite... especially if it continues through more than one image lol
2. When there are multiple really cool looking streaks, radiating from one point...

...then I can probably assume that my zoom lens has suffered from the effects of gravity and closed up, again.
BUT... what about the lines that "fade in" and or "fade out"?
Could these be meteors?
What if there are combinations of both type in one image?
Is there a reliable way to work it out